2005 Honda Logo vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Logo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Logo would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2005 Honda Logo. (64 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Logo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1280 kg more than 2005 Honda Logo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Logo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Logo. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Logo. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Logo has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Logo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Logo | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Logo | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1343 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2954 mm |
